Pediatric Robotic Surgery in NJ | Hackensack Meridian Health

Pediatric Robotic Surgery

Minimally Invasive Pediatric Surgery in New Jersey with a Focus on Healing and Comfort

When your child needs surgery, every decision matters. At Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, we provide advanced pediatric robotic surgery at locations across New Jersey, giving families access to nationally recognized expertise close to home. Our surgeons use minimally invasive techniques designed to help children recover faster, with less pain and shorter hospital stays.

Our pediatric urologists and pediatric general surgeons are trained in robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery, offering a safer and more precise approach for many procedures. These technologies allow us to perform delicate operations with smaller incisions, which supports better outcomes and gets your child back to their routine more quickly.

What Conditions Can Be Treated with Pediatric Robotic Surgery?

Our specialists use robotic-assisted techniques to treat a wide range of conditions in infants, children, and teens, including:

  • Kidney, bladder, and ureter reconstruction (pediatric urology)
  • Appendix, gallbladder, and hernia repairs
  • Bowel and solid organ resections
  • Pediatric gynecologic and thoracic procedures
  • Abdominal and chest cavity surgeries
  • Lung and cancer-related operations

Families from across the country seek care from our surgical teams because of our strong reputation in pediatric robotic surgery.

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What Parents Should Know About Robotic Surgery for Children

Robotic surgery uses a robotic system controlled by a surgeon to perform very precise, minimally invasive procedures. The tools allow for small incisions and enhanced precision during surgery.
Yes, robotic surgery is considered very safe and effective for pediatric patients when performed by trained specialists. It can reduce complications and speed up recovery time in many cases.
Recovery time depends on the procedure, but most children who undergo robotic surgery experience less pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker returns to normal activities compared to traditional surgery.
Robotic surgery may be recommended for conditions involving the kidneys, bladder, appendix, gallbladder, bowel, lungs, or reproductive organs. Your child’s surgeon will discuss whether it is the best option.

Why Choose Us for Pediatric Robotic Surgery?

Depending on your child’s condition and treatment plan, they may be a candidate for minimally invasive robotic surgery. If that’s the case, know that they are in good hands at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health because they can access:

Our pediatric urology and nephrology clinic includes the largest pediatric robotic surgery program in New Jersey, with locations at both of our major children’s hospital campuses.

Hackensack Meridian’s Jersey Shore University Medical Center is the only hospital in New Jersey where pediatric general surgeons perform robotic-assisted surgeries.

Our pediatric surgeons are recognized as national leaders in robotic techniques. They train physicians from across the globe, helping advance care for children everywhere.Pediatric Robotic Surgeons
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